Damage or dysfunction of the joint of the pubic hip bones is a fairly common problem among women. That is why many are interested in the question of why symphysitis occurs, what it is and what symptoms accompany it. What methods of treatment are used in modern medicine?
Symphysite - what is it?
Pelvic bones are represented by iliac, pubic, and ischium bones intergrown. On the back of the pelvis are connected with each other and with the sacrum with the help of sacroiliac joints, and in front, between the pubic bones there is a pubic symphysis. Most often the distance between the edges of bones in the joint does not exceed 10 mm.
During pregnancy, the connective tissues of the pubic symphysis swell under the influence of specific hormones, loosen up - the woman's body prepares for childbirth. As a rule, after the birth of a child, the structure of the pelvis is restored. But, unfortunately, it does not always happen.
Immediately it is worth noting that symphysitis indicates either a violation or a change in the normal structure of the pubic articulation. This may be uncharacteristic loosening, stretching, rupture, divergence or softening of tissues.
Symphysite: what is it and why does it occur?
Unfortunately, the causes of such a violation can not be established. Nevertheless, scientists note that in this case there is some genetic inclination. In addition, a similar problem is most often diagnosed in women who, before pregnancy, had some problems with the structure of the musculoskeletal system, in particular, the wrong position of the pelvic bones, some abnormal anatomical features, etc.
Risk factors include hormonal failures, in particular, the level of production of the hormone relaxin. This substance is responsible for tissue softening before birth, but increasing its level or sensitivity to it can lead to serious complications. In some cases, the cause of symphysitis is a deficiency of calcium in the body. The pregnancy course, position, size and activity of the fetus also has significance here.
Symphysitis: what is it and what are its symptoms?
In fact, the disruption of the normal structure of the pannus joint is accompanied by very obvious symptoms. In particular, there is pain in the pubic region, which can extend to the coccyx, thigh, and perineum. As a rule, even a slight pressure on the pubis is accompanied by a feeling of discomfort. Some women complain of sharp shooting pains during a change in the position of the trunk. In more serious cases, discomfort prevents the expectant mother from engaging in physical activity - sometimes even elementary walking becomes impossible due to painful seizures. These are the main signs of the symphysite.
If you are concerned about these symptoms, you should immediately seek medical help, since pain in the pelvis during pregnancy can indicate a mass of pathologies - it is impossible to diagnose such a condition on your own.
Symphysitis: what is it and how to treat it?
Immediately it is worth noting that such a disease most often does not carry any threat to the child. But with such a pathology, natural births are not always possible, since a strong stretching of the frontal joint can lead to its complete rupture - in this case, the doctor decides how to perform the birth process.
The specialist will also tell you how to treat symphysitis. Unfortunately, there are no medications that can eliminate pain. Patients are required to prescribe vitamins, and sometimes calcium preparations. It is necessary to avoid physical overstrain, especially lifting weights. It is proved that a special pelvic bandage helps to ease pain. It will be useful to massage the waist, special therapeutic exercises( only on the advice of a doctor).Most often Symphysitis passes by itself after several weeks( months) after delivery.